Almond Power Trail Mix

A great organic trail mix balances healthy fats, protein, fiber, and a little natural sweetness. This version is excellent for hiking, cycling, office snacks, or keeping in the car.

Prep time 10 mins
Cook time 10 mins
Servings 20

Ingredients

Nuts

Seeds

Dried Fruit

Optional Extras

  • 50g coconut flakes
  • 50g dark chocolate chips (70%+ cocoa)
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of sea salt

Cost-Saving Tip

Buy the ingredients in bulk and mix them yourself. Homemade organic trail mix is often 30–50% cheaper than premium packaged mixes and lets you avoid added oils, preservatives, and excess sugar.

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 160°C.
  2. Spread almonds, walnuts, pecans, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds on a baking tray.
  3. Roast for 8–10 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Allow to cool completely.
  5. Chop the apricots into raisin-sized pieces.
  6. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
  7. Store in an airtight container.

To Serve

A serving is about 50 g (a small handful):

  • Roughly 250–300 calories
  • 8–10g protein
  • Long-lasting energy without the sugar spike of many commercial snack bars

Variations

High-Protein Version

Add:

  • 100g roasted organic soybeans
  • 100g roasted chickpeas

Lower-Sugar Version

Replace raisins and cranberries with:

Luxury Version

Add:

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